A Sure Hope

Pastor Dave will be telling you today about many people who sacrificed for the Kingdom of God. Paul and Timothy gave up a lot to share the Word of God in numerous countries. Jesus too gave up the comfort of Heaven to live among people and die on a cross. What are you willing to do to bring people to Christ?

Scripture is NEVER meant to be taken out of context! As you read the Word of God, take Pastor Dave's advice today – let Scripture interpret itself! God has told you exactly what He wants you to know through the Bible, but it won't be found in one single verse. Let God guide you by reading ALL of the Word!

Our God is a wise, loving God. He gave you free will, and you will make poor choices. But, thankfully, as Pastor Dave reminds us in today’s message, our God works all things together for the good of those who believe in Him. Even your biggest failures can be transformed into victories for Him and His Kingdom.

The Church is not a collection of lone agents, all carrying out their individual missions in isolation. As Pastor Dave reminds us in today’s message, we are one body, with Jesus Christ as the Head. You can’t do this alone. You need your fellow believers to walk alongside you, providing support and accountability.

We share the same Jesus with all those who accept His gift of salvation through His death on the cross. As Pastor Dave illustrates in today’s message, we should be marching in time with each other. You play a different part than me, but our ultimate purpose is the same, and that should unite us.

If you choose to deny that gravity exists, I wouldn’t advise testing out that theory. You’ll still fall just as hard and fast as those who do believe in it. As Pastor Dave explains in today, you can choose to reject the truth of Scripture and the existence of God, but the only thing that affects is your own eternal destiny.

Israel was special. They still are in God’s sight. They were to be an example to the rest of the world - set apart by having hearts that were fixed on serving God. As Pastor Dave explains in today’s message, this wasn’t a slight towards the Gentiles, but a grace. God always planned to use Israel to bring all people to Himself.

As a Gentile, God has created a way for you to enter His Kingdom. It isn’t through obeying the Laws of the Old Covenant. It’s not through any works you can do. As Pastor Dave reminds us in today’s message, Christ alone has offered entry through His sacrifice on the cross. You can be redeemed simply by accepting His gift.

What's in your heart? In today's message from Pastor Dave, he encourages you to examine yourself from the inside. Transformation takes place within the heart. Like the Pharisees, you can look good on the outside and say all the right things, but not have any lasting transformation. God looks into your heart!

Only by the blood of Jesus, are you saved! In today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you that it's only by God's grace through faith in Jesus that you are saved. Not by works and the keeping of religious rules. Legalism builds walls and excludes, but grace frees from bondage and includes! God has set you free!

Keep on the armor of God! As you listen to today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you that the enemy desires to steal your joy. Often times after you've had an incredible experience in worship, Bible study, or by attending a conference, the enemy is right around the corner. Remember to stay armored up in the Lord!

Stand steadfast and immovable for Christ! In today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you that when you stand for Jesus, people will try to pull you down. Pastor Dave encourages you, to remember the victory you have in Jesus that no one can take away. Continue to stay strong in your stance for Christ! He is with you!

Without the power of the Holy Spirit, you can do nothing for Christ that will last. As you listen to today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you about the supernatural strength that comes from the Holy Spirit. Only when you place your trust in Jesus, can you have access to the Spirit's empowerment!

Major on Christ and see Him clearly! In today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you to focus your attention on the major, instead of the minors. The major, is Jesus Christ. All the minors are the things that get in the way of you seeing Him clearly. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the Perfector of your Faith!

Continue to grow in your relationship with the Lord! Today, Pastor Dave encourages you to continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of God. Keep reading God's Word, fellowship with others, study, and walk by God's love. The Christian life is to be led by grace through faith. Continue to live and walk by faith!

Did you know that some people hear the Good News and think it's too good to be true, that they won't believe it? In today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you that some people can't believe that God would completely justify and forgive them. However, God did this for us all through His mighty love for us!

You are deeply loved and saved through God's grace! As you listen to today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches that as a Believer, you have a relationship with God based on grace. By receiving Christ, His Holy Spirit dwells within you and enables you to have a loving and meaningful relationship with the Lord.

Do you feel like there are parts of your life that seem entirely out of control? In today's message from Pastor Dave, he encourages you to lift your eyes to the Lord. Even when everything appears to be chaos, God is Sovereign over it all. He is in absolute control over your life, and you can trust that He is for you!

Trust God, not your eloquence! As you listen to today's message from Pastor Dave, he encourages you to not put trust into your own words, but in the Lord's! When you stand up for Christ, He promises that He will empower you through His Spirit with the right words to say. Ask and rely on Him, for all that you need!

The battle belongs to the Lord! As you listen to today's message from Pastor Dave, he reminds you that every time you stand up for righteousness, a battle takes place. Your job as a follower of Christ is to stand for righteousness and justice. Remember though, that the battle always belongs to the Lord. He fights for you!

When you meditate on the Word of God, you become stronger in the Lord! In today's message from Pastor Dave, he stresses to you the importance of meditating on Scripture. Faith comes by hearing, and as you listen and saturate yourself in the Word, your faith becomes built up. Keep yourself in God's Word!

Did you know that as a Believer, you are armed with spiritual weapons? Today, Pastor Dave shares with you through his message, that as a follower of Jesus you are in a battle. Christ has equipped you not with weapons of the flesh, but with weapons of prayer, praise, and worship to have victory in the battle!

You are called to worship in spirit and truth! As you listen to today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you that worship is not just something you do on Sunday mornings at church. Worship is to be central to your entire life as a follower of Jesus. Walk daily in a spirit of worship, constantly in tune with your God!

Are there things keeping you from service? In today's message from Pastor Dave, he encourages you to examine your heart and see if there is anything holding you back from pursuing ministry. You cannot say yes to God's call on your life, until you say no to what is holding you back. Fully commit yourself to the Lord!

Do you realize that one of the greatest privileges God has given to you, is the ability to pray? In today's message from Pastor Dave, he teaches you to not take prayer for granted. The Creator of the entire universe invites you to speak to Him. He not only will listen to you, but will also answer you. Spend time with Him in prayer!